Lao Yu Restaurant (Minsheng Road Store)
Northeastern Chinese cuisine · ⭐ 4.1
300 meters west of the intersection of Jianshe South Avenue and Minsheng Road, north side of the road (near Xiumen Street)
Dragon Mate tips
If you are traveling in China to visit Shijiazhuang, this restaurant is worth a stop for great food. This restaurant is located at 300 meters west of the intersection of Jianshe South Avenue and Minsheng Road, north side of the road (near Xiumen Street). It is a Northeastern Chinese cuisine place, and the flavors are varies by dish (start with the signature dishes). Dragon Mate recommends you try: Northeast Cold Noodles, Shredded Potatoes, Three Fresh Ingredients Stir-Fry.
If you do not eat pork, make sure to use Dragon Mate voice to clearly tell the staff “no pork” before ordering.
Restaurant guide
- City: Shijiazhuang
- Category: Northeastern Chinese cuisine
- Rating: 4.1
- Address: 300 meters west of the intersection of Jianshe South Avenue and Minsheng Road, north side of the road (near Xiumen Street)
- Popular dishes: Northeast Cold Noodles, Shredded Potatoes, Three Fresh Ingredients Stir-Fry, Dry-Fried Green Beans, Pan-fried Fish
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Dishes
Northeast Cold NoodlesNortheastern cold noodles are made primarily from potato starch noodles, combined with shredded cucumber, shredded carrot, wood ear mushrooms, and other vegetables, then tossed in a dressing made from garlic, cilantro, soy sauce, vinegar, and chili oil.
Shredded PotatoesShredded potatoes is a home-style dish primarily made from potatoes. The preparation involves washing and peeling the potatoes, slicing them into thin strips, then stir-frying with oil. Typically, garlic and chili are added to enhance the aroma, and salt is used for seasoning at the end.
Three Fresh Ingredients Stir-FryDì Sān Xiān is a classic Chinese dish made primarily with eggplant, potato, and green pepper. The ingredients are first cut into pieces, deep-fried until golden and crispy, then stir-fried with soy sauce, sugar, and other seasonings to allow the flavors to fully penetrate, resulting in an appealing color and aroma.
Dry-Fried Green BeansDry-fried green beans is a home-style dish primarily made with green beans. Through high-heat quick stir-frying, the beans achieve a dry and fragrant texture while maintaining their fresh green color. Garlic and chili are added during stir-frying to enhance the flavor.
Pan-fried FishA Chinese home-style dish featuring fresh fish pan-fried with vegetables like potatoes and bean sprouts, resulting in a crispy exterior and tender interior.
Stir-fried Fish with AromaticsStir-fried fish is a dish made with fresh fish as the main ingredient, stir-fried with seasonings such as green onions, ginger, garlic, and chili peppers. First, the seasonings are sautéed in hot oil until fragrant, then fish pieces are added and stir-fried. Finally, water is added and the dish is simmered until the flavors are fully absorbed, keeping the fish meat tender and fresh.
Fried MushroomsFried mushrooms are a dish made primarily with fresh mushrooms. After washing and drying the mushrooms, they are marinated with seasonings such as salt and pepper for a while, then coated in batter or breadcrumbs. They are deep-fried in hot oil until golden and crispy, then removed and drained of excess oil.
Vegetable AssortmentVegetable medley is a cold dish primarily made with various vegetables. Common ingredients include cucumber, carrot, wood ear mushroom, bean sprouts, and seaweed threads. After blanching or soaking, the vegetables are sliced or cut into strips, then mixed with seasonings and tossed together for serving.
Braised Pork with TofuBraised pork with tofu is a dish made primarily from pork belly and tofu. After blanching the pork, it's simmered with scallions, ginger, garlic, soy sauce, and sugar until tender. Then tofu is added to absorb the rich flavors. The dish has a bright red color and a satisfying texture.
Spicy Chicken with ChiliSpicy chicken is a dish made primarily with chicken, seasoned with large amounts of chili peppers and spices. The chicken is cut into pieces, marinated, then stir-fried at high heat with chili peppers, Sichuan peppercorns, and other seasonings to allow the chicken to fully absorb the spicy and fragrant flavors, resulting in a bright red color and a distinctive numbingly spicy, savory taste.
Sweet and Sour PorkGuobaorou is a traditional dish made primarily from pork tenderloin. The meat is sliced and marinated, then deep-fried in hot oil until golden and crispy. It is then stir-fried with a sweet and sour sauce made from sugar and vinegar, ensuring each piece of meat is evenly coated with the sauce.
Fish-Flavored Shredded PorkFish-Flavored Shredded Pork is a classic Chinese dish made with pork strips as the main ingredient, combined with vegetables such as wood ear mushrooms, carrots, and green peppers. The ingredients are first sliced into thin strips, then stir-fried, and finally tossed with a specially prepared fish-flavored sauce that gives it a distinctive aroma reminiscent of fish—though it contains no actual fish ingredients.